Safe Practical Science in the Covid Classroom – A Summary of the Guidance
From September 2020, despite what Boris is blathering about in the papers, schools are finally returning, as much as they can, to life as normal. Schools will be aiming to deliver a broad, balanced and full curriculum to full classes, rather than just key worker...
Primary Science Websites for Homeschooling During the Coronavirus Lockdown
With many of us experiencing lockdown right now due to the coronavirus outbreak, there’s plenty of parents looking for support with homeschooling their children. I’ve been getting quite a few requests for ideas for websites and resources that parents can...
How Liquids Affect Your Teeth : Egg Shells in Acid
This is a classic investigation into the effect of different liquids on your teeth. If you can’t get easy to access to some teeth (ask your local tooth-fairy) – then an eggshell can provide a simple stand-in. Clean (cooked & boiled) chicken bones can...
Science Subject Knowledge Support for Primary Teachers
My experience of lecturing on Primary PGCE courses has made me very aware of how few primary ITT students arrive with a science background. For many students, the last experience they had of science was during their GCSE’s. Not many of them have studied a...